Specialty care visits

See a specialist to treat specific injuries and ongoing conditions. 

Hours Appointment times vary by specialist and location.
  
Upfront cost

for Kaiser Permanente members

Copay, coinsurance, or deductible

  
How to get care
 In general, specialty care is by referral. To connect with the care you need, talk to your primary care doctor or call us at 1-888-901-4636 (TTY 711), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For eye care, please call 1-800-664-9225 (TTY 711) or log in to your account or app to schedule an appointment.
   

When should I use specialty care visits?

Use this for

See a specialist to treat specific injuries and ongoing conditions. Examples include:

  • Allergies
  • Eye care
  • Heart disease
  • Skin conditions
  • Women's health
Don’t use this for
  • Emergency care 
  • Urgent care

 

To connect with the care you need, talk to your primary care doctor or call us at 1-800-297-6877 (TTY 711), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn more about how to get specialty care — including when you need a referral.